I, who was eager to retire, became an Imperial General.

Chapter 117 Iron Horse Mountain

Perhaps fearing that John would continue to cause him trouble, Toby had someone fetch the latest battle line layout map from Lieutenant General Dolan's command post, which was marked with very detailed information.

It not only includes the unit numbers and the orc units engaged in combat, but also marks the corresponding terrain.

It's clear that while Dolan's military command skills are lacking, his mapmaking abilities are not bad.

Currently, there are three major fronts in the Faoken Gulf: the Iron Horse Mountain in the north, the Tarzan Wetlands in the west, and the Cocobia Rainforest in the south.

The 1st, 2nd, and 4th Divisions were responsible for the battles, which were mainly against the Allied forces in the Saga War Zone, the centaur tribe of the Morning Star Clan of the 101st Division of the 1st Orc Legion, the lizardman tribe of the Black Swamp Clan of the 109th Division of the 3rd Orc Legion, and the lionman tribe of the Mad Fang Clan of the 112th Division/goblin tribe of the Darkmoon Clan of the 113th Division of the 4th Orc Legion.

The Golden Lion Territory, currently guarded by the 3rd Independent Division of Dolan, was originally the territory of the Mad Fang Clan. However, three months ago, under the strong offensive of the 1st Army of the Rhine Military District, the 4th Orc Legion, which was responsible for guarding the Golden Lion Territory, was reduced to only the 112th Division and then led its remnants back to the Cocobia Rainforest.

They then joined forces with the Darkmoon Clan of the 113th Division of the Fourth Legion, which was responsible for guarding the strait, which is why two orc units appeared in the Cocoyab Rainforest.

After crossing the Cocobia rainforest, there is the Crescent Strait, also known as the Otto Pass.

Due to the unique topography of this strait, the land extending from the continent of Otto not only separates the eastern Kruno Ocean from the western Tracy Ocean, but also becomes the border between Otto and the southern continent of Morno, the origin of the orcs.

When viewed from above, it resembles a crescent moon, hence the name Crescent Moon Strait.

In the storyline, the Allied naval fleets will cross the Crescent Strait from the Tracy Ocean and head to the eastern part of Faoken Bay, where they will engage in combat with the Third Navy, which is currently fighting against the Crescent Fleet of the Saga Kingdom, and completely annihilate the Third Navy with an unprecedented crushing force.

It can be said that if John wants to change the course of this war, he must take control of both the Cocobia rainforest and the Crescent Strait, which is located at the border.

The key point is that after the Fourth Orc Legion lost the Golden Lion Territory, the Kingdom of Saga requested reinforcements from the main Allied forces. If nothing unexpected happened, the Allied reinforcements should have already landed in Crescent Strait and even joined forces with the Fourth Orc Legion by this time.

Furthermore, the Cocobia rainforest is densely vegetated, making it difficult to discern whether there are anti-magic devices below. Going there rashly would likely result in falling into an Allied trap.

Therefore, although John knew that Crescent Strait was very important to this war, he felt that this front could be put aside for the time being. Prioritizing the elimination of the other two fronts and trying to develop allies who could cooperate in the operation, or gaining some ground coordination rights through other means, was more important to him.

Just as John was frowning as he examined the battle plan and pondered his next move, Toby's tense voice interrupted his thoughts.

"Major John, you've obtained the distribution map and the radio wavelengths. Don't you think it's time for you to set off?"

Seemingly afraid that his words might displease the other party, Toby quickly forced a smile and said before John could even frown at him:

"Um, Major John, please don't misunderstand. I'm not urging you. It's just that General Dolan isn't here, and I don't have the authority to arrange for everyone to move into Mad Fang City."

"Of course, considering that your troops have just finished a sea voyage and are indeed very tired, it is only right that they take a rest. So if you really want to rest, I can help you contact General Dolan to apply for the establishment of a temporary base outside Mad Fang City for the 1st Magic Battalion to rest. What do you think?"

After saying that, he stared at John with a nervous expression, waiting for his reply.

To be honest, Toby had no intention of applying for any temporary accommodation for the other party.

After all, if Toby left the other person outside to rest, even a fool would know that the other person would definitely cause him trouble.

However, the major's words and actions indicated that he was not someone to be trifled with.

Therefore, after careful consideration, he still made this request.

However, he was also prepared, and when he sent food to the other party later, he planned to send someone to deliver local specialties to them as well.

After a few days of enjoying the local specialties, they'll all transform into spitting warriors, and after experiencing firsthand just how viciously those damn mosquitoes suck blood while camping in the wild, he probably won't even need to chase them away; they'll all get fed up and leave on their own.

Just as Toby was imagining the scene of the Magic Battalion 1 leaving with green faces, John's calm voice slowly entered his ears:

"No need. Although I would like to lead my men to rest, considering the intense battle situation at the front, I think it would be best if we went to support our allies as soon as possible. This way, we can complete our support mission and return to the Empire ahead of schedule."

"So I won't stay here with my men. Also, Lieutenant Colonel Toby, please give General Dolan my regards when he returns."

After speaking, John slowly handed the layout map to Wendy, who was standing beside him, and then, to Toby's ecstatic gaze, saluted her.
"Snapped!"

May the glory of the empire be with you!

"I stand with you all!"

……

After completing the handover ceremony, John led the 1st Battalion and drove away from Mad Fang City. However, after driving about two kilometers, John ordered the troops to stop.

He called in his five newly recruited company commanders for an impromptu open-air meeting, briefly explained his ideas, and determined the location for this support mission.

However, after the meeting, he did not immediately order the troops to advance, but instead summoned Hawke, who was currently serving as the deputy squad leader in the guard unit.

He then handed over the letter he had asked Dormammu for before leaving, and gave him the order:

"Sergeant Hawke, you will select 10 magic soldiers from the 1st Company, and then travel east with Sergeant Mia to the Aiken Sea to rendezvous with the Third Navy. In the name of Admiral Dormammu, deliver this secret letter to Admiral Bob Ariel."

"My request is that you personally deliver this letter to Marshal Bob within two days. Can you do that?"

"Yes, Battalion Commander! Mission accomplished!"

Realizing that the letter might be related to the battalion commander's subsequent combat plans, Hawke's expression immediately turned serious. He then carefully wrapped the envelope and put it in his inner bag. After saluting John, he quickly called for men to carry out the mission.

With the sound of magic blasting out, Hawke and the others quickly disappeared into the distant horizon before John's eyes.

All the necessary preparations have been made; I just hope there won't be any major problems.

John murmured to himself, slowly suppressing the unease and tension in his heart.

Then, facing the stares of the crowd behind him, he reached up and adjusted the Imperial Army cap on his head.

He then took a deep breath, waved his hand, and gave a solemn order to the assembled crowd:

"All hands, prepare to march! Destination: Iron Horse Mountain!"

"Buzz!"

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(End of this chapter)